Creekside Veterinary Service

We understand that unexpected problems can occur at any time and therefore we offer emergency service 27 hours a day, 7 days a week within our practice area. If you have an emergency, please call (760) 728-2319. When a horse is cut or bleeding, it's obvious that there is a problem. But in cases of colic, illness, or a more subtle injury, it may not be as apparent.

Dr. Colburn has a wide range of experience in equine practice including everything from racehorses, broodmares and stallions, gaited show horses, western show horses, rodeo performance horses, dressage and jumping horses, and backyard pleasure horses. He has developed special interest in the maintenance of peak performance of all horses utilizing his team of associate veterinarians and their respective expertise in managing orthopedic, dental, and reproductive problems.Dr. Colburn is most proud of being able to offer the latest technologies in a comprehensive, caring, and cost effective manner to all his customers and patients.

Tim Brown brings a vast array of skills to Creekside based on his degree in animal science from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, his experience training horses; and his lifetime of involvement in animal agriculture. Tim's animal handling skills also allow him to function as a veterinary assistant when needed.

General medicine includes everything from annual physical examinations, routine vaccinations, dental exams, fecal exams, and routine de-worming programs. Talk to your Creekside Equine veterinarian today to help you determine the ideal vaccine and de-worming program for your horse, herd, or barn. Comprehensive physical exam-This allows us to evaluate the overall health and condition of your horse.